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Active Languages recruits native English speakers who are qualified EFL teachers for their private language schools in Ankara.
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Dilko English is one of the most established and recognized names in English language training in Turkey. In operation for 30 years, the company has grown to provide all levels of tuition including professional and further education. Dilko is always willi ...
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English Time recruits native English speakers to work as EFL teachers in their language schools in London, Toronto and Istanbul. They offer an hourly salary, and full-time teachers are expected to teach at least 25 hours per week. Free housing is availabl ...
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ECC is always seeking well-qualified, energetic teachers. They are able to offer employment opportunities at all times of the year, in all regions of Thailand. Interested applicants should complete and submit an application form with supporting materials.
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Select Education and its divisions recruit English teachers for positions around the world. Divisions of Select Education are located in Canada, the United States, Central and South America, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Middle East and Europe.
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Professional Language Solutions have various teaching positions arising throughout the year and are always interested in meeting good tutors in any language. Applications are always welcome for ELT positions in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Algeria, Azerbaijan an ...
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The Teach-in-China Programme was created to assist those who are interested in teaching English in China to locate positions there. The Teach in China programme has established extensive ties with various types of educational institutions in China, includ ...
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International Avenue Consulting Company (IACC) does the job of bringing teachers together with a potential employer. From the moment teachers arrive in Taiwan they are with them every step of the way. Their services include airport pickup and temporary ac ...
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AASSA member schools vary greatly in size, facilities and composition of student bodies, but they are all private, non-profit, college preparatory institutions offering a predominantly American curriculum taught in English. Each of the schools provides a ...
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The institution recruits passionate and dynamic English Language teachers and IELTS Trainers to teach English from beginner to Advanced. Applicants should be committed to work long term. They must have excellent communication skills and good command over ...
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AMIDEAST hires experienced English language teachers to work throughout the Arab world, including in Morocco, Egypt, Iraq, Tunisia, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Yemen, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and the West Bank and Gaza. They offer general English cla ...
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Hess provides EFL teachers with the chance to teach English in Taiwan. Teachers can chose from different work packages. They offer free TEFL training, and other options such as taking Chinese classes while abroad.
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The English Centre has positions for teachers with EFL qualification, a university degree and at least one year experience teaching. The Centre can assist with accommodation for teachers.
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English for Kids runs summer camps for children in Austria. These camps allow for native English speakers to work in Austria as teachers or counsellors. Positions available include English Teachers, Homeroom Supervisors and Camp Counsellors. Staff receive ...
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The English department was developed in order to give back to the community, and to aid in closing the communication gap between cultures on a local and international scale. The student body is made up mostly of Costa Ricans as well as Nicaraguans, Salvad ...
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The institute consists of two major systems: Jump Start and Head Start. Jump Start is the name of the full day kindergarten system. Head Start is the name of the afternoon and evening elementary system. Both are immersion schools where children are immers ...
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Languages at Work seeks to deliver top quality language instruction directly to the student's workplace and tailored to their needs and learning styles. They require teachers who are energetic, creative, improvisational, and not least, fun. They also look ...
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Job openings are available worldwide at Inlingua's various language centres. All of Inlingua's trainers are native speakers of the language they teach. Applicants who are interested in a position within the Inlingua network should apply to specific postin ...
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Since 1972, EEC has produced and taught language programs for over 200 business clients. In 1996 EEC was presented with the award for "No. 1 English language school in Jakarta", following a competition organized by the Department of Education and Culture. ...
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Canadian Connection offers ESL teaching positions and High School Summer credits in Korea. Take that first step towards a great adventure and apply with Canadian Connection. We help ESL teachers find excellent teaching opportunities in private and public ...
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